First3Years Development Board Member

Job Description

Salary:

Join the Board of Directors at First3Years!

Seeking leaders with development and fundraising expertise

About First3Years

First3Years nurtures the early relational and mental health of infants and toddlers across Texas. We collaborate with caregivers, parents, and professionals to strengthen early childhood systems, provide professional education, and champion best practices.

In the first three years of life, a childs brain develops at an extraordinary paceshaped by everyday interactions with trusted adults. These experiences influence a childs lifelong ability to learn, connect, and thrive. First3Years is the only statewide organization dedicated to improving care for infants and toddlers through training, family support, and systems-level change.

Our programs include:

Professional Development for early childhood providers

Parent and Caregiver Education to support everyday connections

Child Welfare Initiatives to improve outcomes for infants and toddlers in foster care

Board Member Qualifications

We are seeking an experienced, passionate individual with strong fundraising and development expertise to join our Board of Directors and help expand the reach and sustainability of our mission.

Ideal candidates will have:

Proven experience in fundraising, donor cultivation, or development strategy

A willingness to advocate, fundraise, and network on behalf of the organization

A passion for improving outcomes for children ages 03 and their families

The ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and share strategic insights

Experience in philanthropy, nonprofit development, finance, healthcare, IT, or leadership (preferred)

Board Member Responsibilities (per bylaws)

Governance & Oversight: Establish policies, review financial soundness, and ensure mission alignment

Strategic Planning: Collaborate on organizational goals and evaluate impact

Financial Stewardship: Approve the annual budget and monitor responsible use of resources

Fundraising & Development: Actively support donor engagement, fundraising campaigns, and serve on or support theDevelopment Committee

Leadership Continuity: Support succession planning and recruitment of strong Board and staff leadership

Expectations

Time Commitment: Attend at least four (4) Board meetings per year (per bylaws) and serve on at least one committee. Estimated time: 24 hours/month

Annual Contribution: Make a personally meaningful give/get contribution, which may include personal donations, corporate sponsorships, or fundraising efforts

Community Engagement: Leverage your network to raise awareness, steward donor relationships, and expand partnerships

Board Composition & Terms

Size: up to 12 members

Term: Two years, with a maximum of four consecutive terms (8 years total)

Officers: President, Treasurer, and Secretary (elected by the Board)

Committees: Finance, Human Capital & Nominating, Development, Strategic Planning, Governance, plus special committees as needed

Why Join?

Serving on the First3Years Board offers the opportunity to:

Play a pivotal role in advancing fundraising and sustainability for a statewide mission

Support initiatives that improve care for infants and toddlers across Texas

Gain insight into early relational health and early childhood development

Build leadership skills and expand your professional network

Be recognized as a leader and advocate for young children and families

remote work

Hybrid remote